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Dana White warns Dillon Danis to stay away from UFC 328
TL;DR
Dana White has warned Dillon Danis to avoid UFC 328 due to safety concerns. The event has seen escalating tensions, including a stabbing incident involving Khamzat Chimaev's camp.
Key points
- Dana White advises Dillon Danis to avoid UFC 328
- UFC 328 features Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland
- Event marred by threats of violence and a stabbing incident
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Dillon Danis has been advised to steer clear of UFC 328 for his own safety.
Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland will square off for the UFC middleweight title on Saturday night, but the build-up to their main event has been marred by threats of violence and bitter insults.
Things got out of hand earlier this week when Stricklandâs supporters tried to attack Chimaev and one member of Khamzatâs camp ended up being stabbed. The video shows an angry crowd circling around Strickland, shouting insults, with security stepping in between the two camps.
Dillon Danisâs UFC 328 warning
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After the UFC 328 pre-fight press conference wrapped up on Thursday, Dana White went live for an hour-long session with Nina Drama.
The pair fielded questions and chatted with fans in the Kick chatroom during the stream.
At one point, Dillon Danis popped up after buying a gifted subscription, which got a reaction from both White and his interviewer.
White didnât mince words in response, telling Danis to steer clear of UFC 328 to avoid any run-ins with Khamzat Chimaevâs crew.
âDillon, if you show up on Saturday, maybe the Muslim Brotherhood will be so focused on you they wonât be able to go after Sean,â White said with a laugh.
Dana White handed Dillon Danis a lifetime ban from attending UFC events
Dillon Danis received a lifetime ban from the UFC after getting involved in a brawl back in November last year.
The incident happened when he was jumped by members of Islam Makhachevâs team at UFC 322. Everyone involved was removed from the venue before Dana White made his decision official. Speaking afterward, White didnât hold back:
Q&A
Why did Dana White warn Dillon Danis about UFC 328?
Dana White warned Dillon Danis to stay away from UFC 328 due to escalating violence and safety concerns surrounding the event.
What incidents occurred leading up to UFC 328?
Leading up to UFC 328, there were threats of violence, an attempted attack on Khamzat Chimaev, and a stabbing incident involving a member of his camp.
Who are the fighters competing for the UFC middleweight title at UFC 328?
Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland are set to compete for the UFC middleweight title at UFC 328.